What is the yellow discharge from the corner of the eye of a newborn baby?

The yellow discharge from the corners of the eyes of newborns may be related to blocked nasolacrimal ducts, impaction, conjunctivitis and other factors, as analyzed below:
1. Nasolacrimal duct blockage: If the nasolacrimal duct of newborns is not well developed or blocked, tears will accumulate around the eyes and yellow discharge will appear.
2. Inverted eyelashes: some newborns’ eyelashes grow inward, which may irritate the eyeballs and lead to the appearance of discharge.
3. Conjunctivitis: It can also lead to yellow discharge from the corners of the eyes of newborns, usually accompanied by localized redness, swelling and hot pain in the eyes.
The yellow discharge from the corner of the eyes of newborns may have other causes, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time for relevant examinations, clear causes and active treatment.